Now Hiring at The GraceThe Grace | Where Excellence meets OpportunityWestport, County Mayo | Full-Time | Pre-Opening OpportunityJoin The Grace Westport Estate, a remarkable new hotel opening in Spring 2026 on Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way, at the heart of the captivating Westport Estate.Job Summary:The Food & Beverage Supervisor supports the daily operations of The Grace Westport Estate's food and beverage outlets, ensuring a seamless guest experience and the consistent delivery of service excellence. Working under the guidance of the Assistant Manager, this role is hands-on in leading service teams, maintaining operational standards, and upholding the property's commitment to refined hospitality.Key ResponsibilitiesGuest ExperienceSupport the delivery of attentive, personalised service in accordance with luxury standards.Address guest requests and concerns promptly, escalating issues to management where appropriate.Monitor the dining floor to ensure guest satisfaction and service consistency throughout operations.Operational ExcellenceOversee daily restaurant set-up, table allocations, and service readiness.Coordinate with the kitchen and bar teams to maintain smooth service flow and communication.Ensure dining and service areas uphold the highest standards of cleanliness, ambience, and presentation.Support adherence to daily checklists, SOPs, and closing procedures.Team Supervision & SupportSupervise and motivate front-of-house staff including servers, hosts, and food runners.Assist with pre-service briefings, communicating daily specials, menu changes, and key service priorities.Support the Assistant Manager with team scheduling, onboarding, and performance feedback.Inventory & Financial AwarenessAssist in monitoring stock levels of service items, linens, and consumables.Report shortages or wastage to management to support cost-control measures.Support cash handling, billing, and POS accuracy throughout service periods.Menu & Beverage KnowledgeMaintain thorough understanding of menu items, ingredients, and beverage pairings.Promote menu specials and recommend pairings to enhance the guest dining experience.Support training initiatives to keep the team informed and confident in menu delivery.Compliance & SafetyEnsure adherence to food hygiene, allergen awareness, and safety standards.Maintain accurate documentation for daily operational and health & safety requirements.This job description is not intended to be either prescriptive or exhaustive, it is issued as a framework to outline main areas of responsibility at the time of writing.Required Experience & Skills1-2 years' experience in a supervisory or senior service role within a luxury, or fine dining environment.Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a guest-first mindset.Demonstrated ability to lead by example in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.Familiarity with POS systems, reservations management, and basic reporting.Sound knowledge of food and beverage operations; wine knowledge an advantage.Fluent in English; additional languages beneficial.Eligibility to work in Ireland.The Grace Westport Estate is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone is respected and included.